PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)
Veterans Health Administration · Augusta, ME
$40k–$74k/ year
New this week
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Augusta, ME
Sterile Processing Technicians in Maine earn a median of $21.56 per hour, about $44,840 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.22 and $24.68. That is 4% below the U.S. median of $22.35 per hour. 4 open roles with published pay are listed for Augusta. The free report below lists employers near Augusta and what they pay.
- $21.56median pay per hour, Maine
- $19–$25typical range per hour
- 4open roles with published pay
Open Sterile Processing Technician roles in Augusta
Per diemPosted 2 days ago
Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician I - Per Diem
MaineGeneral Health · Augusta, ME
$17.96–$34.57/ hour
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PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician I
MaineGeneral Health · Augusta, ME
$15.78–$29.51/ hour
PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician II
MaineGeneral Health · Augusta, ME
$17.96–$34.57/ hour
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| MaineGeneral Health | 3 | $26.27 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $27.41 |
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Augusta, ME
Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 480 medical equipment preparers employed in Maine.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.35 | $38,170 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.22 | $39,980 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.56 | $44,840 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $24.68 | $51,330 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.33 | $56,850 | 22% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Equipment Preparers (SOC 31-9093), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
Estimate your Augusta paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$776
- Per year: $38,808
- Per month: $3,234
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Maine. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Augusta
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel sterile processing technician assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Augusta
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Augusta, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maine General Medical Center Augusta, ME | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Togus Va Medical Center Augusta, ME | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Riverview Psychiatric Center Augusta, ME | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Sterile Processing Technician pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, ME | 53 mi | $22.05/hr | 69,568 |
| Manchester, NH | 127 mi | $22.60/hr | 116,386 |
| Haverhill, MA | 127 mi | $28.53/hr | 68,291 |
| Lawrence, MA | 134 mi | $28.53/hr | 89,332 |
| Peabody, MA | 139 mi | $28.53/hr | 55,418 |
| Nashua, NH | 141 mi | $22.60/hr | 91,851 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Maine · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Maine
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maine requires for your role with the Maine licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Maine taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do sterile processing technicians make in Augusta, ME?
Sterile Processing Technicians in Maine have a median pay of $21.56 per hour, about $44,840 a year. The middle half earn between $19.22 and $24.68 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Who is hiring sterile processing technicians in Augusta?
We list 4 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in Augusta. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Augusta.
Do I need a Maine license to work in Augusta as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maine requires for your role with the Maine licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Augusta?
The federal per diem benchmark in Augusta is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place sterile processing technicians in Augusta?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 3 postings$26.27/ hr$16–$35
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 3 postings$43.97/ hr$38–$50
- CommonSpirit HealthDurango, CO · 5 postings$30.79/ hr$20–$37
- Allina HealthMinnesota · 10 postings$29.02/ hr$22–$34
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published. Request your Maine list
2What they are offering now
Low$17Median$26.27High$35
5 SPD Tech postings with published pay in Maine, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 5 SPD Tech roles
- Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)Permanent$40k–$74k/ year
- Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician I - Per DiemPer diem$17.96–$34.57/ hour
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